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Manager Inventory Control

Sonepar USA, Upper Marlboro, MD, United States


There's a Place for You at Capital

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. WithinCapital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.
Inventory Control Manager

Responsibilities:

Manage the CDC inventory and cycle count program

Provide support to other locations with inventory control and cycle counting

Manage vendor returns including recycling returns

Manage customer returns

Manage the scrap wire process

Manage Stock/Non-Stock/Damage-Defective Returns areas

Manage UPS/FEDEX/LTL order fulfillment and outbound shipments

Manage CDC yearly physical inventories/audit

Responsible for maintaining and or approving changes to cycle count or returns program

Evaluate and develop proper SOP's

Review, investigate and approve all inventory adjustments

Assist in the management of dead/obsolete inventory

Provide overall direction and coordination of the Inventory Control/Returns Department

Develop, implement, and manage proper inventory control procedures and processes to ensure inventory accuracy meets/exceeds goals

Examine, recommend, and implement systems, controls, procedures, and policies that improve inventory efficiency and accountability

Work collaboratively with a variety of departments including operations, accounting, purchasing, and sales

Establish and report on KPI's for the department and CDC warehouse

Recruit, hire, train, and deliver continuous coaching and skill development to Inventory Supervisors and team members

Maintain awareness of work status, progress, and priorities. Address concerns and perform disciplinary actions as required. Perform random checks on work being performed and analyze issues to ensure the integrity of the processes.

Other duties as needed or required

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of inventory management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

5+ years of logistics experience with warehouse management systems, RF scanners and warehouse automation systems

5+ years electrical distribution industry experience preferred

Good/Excellent Computer Skills

Microsoft Office experience

Good and dependable mathematic, verbal, and written communication skills

Proven leadership and organizational skills

Reliable, responsible, team player and a great work ethic

Strong analytical skillset

Working knowledge of standard Inventory Control Software platforms

Salary: $86,000 - $127,000 with bonus potential

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company match

Professional and personal development programs

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents

Robust wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations." LinkedIn: company/capitalelectric/

Facebook: CapitalElecSply/

Learn more athttps://www.capitalelectricsupply.com/about

Capital Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: us-en/about-us

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call

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